Senior Family Worker/Family Support Worker
Rate: £16.10 per hour (PAYE) / £20.35 per hour (Umbrella)
Location: Stockton-on-Tees
Contract Type: Temporary, Full-Time
Working Pattern: Monday to Thursday, 8:30am–5:00pm; Friday, 8:30am–4:30pm. Occasional flexible hours may be required.
The Role
Sanctuary Personnel is currently seeking an experienced Senior Family Support Worker to join a dedicated team in Stockton-on-Tees. This vital role involves supporting children and young people under 18—as well as their families and carers—through a variety of needs-led interventions designed to complement statutory social care efforts.
Key Duties
* Deliver emotional and practical support to children, families, and carers, including those in family placements, care homes, or supported housing.
* Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to safeguard children and promote their wellbeing.
* Assist statutory children’s services by providing stable, consistent support during assessments.
* Contribute professionally to multi-agency meetings and reviews, including providing formal reports and attending court when needed.
* Ensure the child’s voice remains central to planning and review processes.
* Record all activities and case notes accurately using Liquid Logic.
* Engage in continuous professional development to enhance practice.
Requirements
* A Level 3 qualification in Childcare or a related field (e.g., NVQ, NNEB, BTEC), or demonstrable equivalent experience.
* Proven background working with families under statutory interventions such as Child Protection, Children in Need, or Looked After Children.
* Strong understanding of child development and safeguarding protocols.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including report writing and IT competence.
* Ability to work independently, manage caseloads, and respond flexibly to service demands.
* Must hold a full UK driving licence and have access to a vehicle.
* Enhanced DBS clearance is essential.
* A relevant degree or higher-level qualification.
* Knowledge of child/adolescent mental health concerns and trauma-informed practice.
* Understanding of legislative frameworks relating to children’s social care.
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